Reflective packaging, curved metal surfaces, clear plastics, blister packs, and printed circuit boards can create glare and shadows that compromise machine-vision inspection. In this Vision Systems Design article, R.J. Wilson’s Joe Gugliotti and CCS America’s Marc M. Landman explain how flat dome lighting produces bright, uniform illumination while offering greater flexibility in working distance and system design. Read the complete article to see application comparisons and learn where this compact lighting approach can improve image quality.